​​​​​​​2026 Academy and Masters Teams

The challenge will be played in Palmerston North during National Championships week - Saturday 6 June - Saturday 13 June, exact dates to be confirmed.

Nominations are open to all affiliated members of NZIB with the exception of the 2026 Mat Blacks representatives. 

Nominations open Sunday 5th April and close on Tuesday 5th May 2026​​​​​​​

This form is to be completed by the District Secretary (or similar) upon receipt of a player-accepted nomination from the District.

​​​​​​​2026 Managers for Academy, Masters  or Island Teams

The Academy and Masters challenge will be played in Palmerston North during National Championships week - Saturday 6 June - Saturday 13 June, exact dates to be confirmed.

The Island Championships will be played in Dunedin from Saturday 30th May – Monday 1st June 2026.

Nominations are open to all affiliated members of NZIB. 

Nominations open Sunday 5th April and close on Tuesday 5th May 2026​​​​​​​

This form is to be completed by the District Secretary (or similar) upon receipt of a member-accepted nomination from the District.

DISTRICT CHALLENGE - WARNES TROPHY

Entries are now OPEN for the 2026 District Challenge to be played during National Championships week, exact date TBC.

This form is to be completed by the District Secretary (or similar).

There are only ONE step to this entry process: Complete the Entry Form below.

Entries open on Sunday 5th April and close on Tuesday 5th May 2026.